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We are heartbroken to announce the passing of Chris Gerrard in 24th February, 2019. Not only was Chris an original founder of DMA, he was its most-loved part. Chris will never be forgotten. Details of his service on 25th March in London will be posted shortly.

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UK-Albania Trade & Investment Forum 2014

On November 4th, at Painters' Hall in the City of London, DMA, supported by the FCO and other partners, hosted representatives from the Government of Albania for the half day UK-Albania Trade & Investment Forum 2014. The event was opened by Leon Isaacs, Chief Executive of DMA.

During the key sessions presentations were given by Hon Ditmir Bushati, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Albania; Holger Muent, Director, Western Balkans, European Bank of Reconstruction and Development (EBRD); and Hon Eglantina Gjermeni,Minister of Urban Development & Tourism; amongst others. The private sector was represented by the event sponsors led by our platinum sponsor, Raiffeisen Bank Albania, who spoke in the first key session, represented by Christian Canacaris, Chief Executive, Raiffeisen Bank Albania; and followed through the ensuing programme by David Smith, Albania Programme Manager, Crown Agents; Zip Dhanani, Chief Executive & Chairman, Arian Resources; and Michael Hoffmann, External Affairs Director, Trans Adriatic Pipeline.

The closing remarks were given by Hollywood actor Jim Belushi who echoed the Government of Albania's call for investment in the country's growing economy. The event was rounded off with a Networking Lunch.

UK-Albania Trade & Investmen Foroum 2014Painters' Hall, City of London